West Ham scouts left seriously impressed by “tremendous” seven-goal striker

West Ham United are looking to improve their forward options in 2026, and their scouts have been left seriously impressed by a “tremendous” striker.

West Ham keen on new striker with Fullkrug set to leave

Niclas Fullkrug could be on the move in the upcoming transfer window, with it being revealed the German striker is determined to leave, and West Ham have no plans to stand in his way.

It is probably the correct decision to offload the Hannover-born striker, given that he has flattered to deceive ever since arriving at the London Stadium, and could now be in the latter stages of his career at 32-years-old.

The centre-forward has also struggled on the injury front, having suffered two muscle issues already this season, which have meant he hasn’t started a Premier League game since the 2-0 defeat against Arsenal at the beginning of October.

Consequently, West Ham are now stepping up their pursuit of a new striker, with informal talks being held over a deal for Al-Ahli’s Ivan Toney last week, while Norwich City’s Josh Sargent has also emerged as an option.

That is according to a report from Football Insider, which reveals the Hammers have been keeping tabs on the Norwich star, and scouts have been left seriously impressed by his performances.

However, with the American contracted until 2028, the Canaries are in a strong negotiating position, and it is unclear what sort of fee the Championship side would be looking to receive.

The Irons are only willing to shell out £20m on a new forward, but there is a belief the 25-year-old could be available for a lower amount.

“Tremendous” Sargent enjoying impressive Championship campaign

The Missouri-born striker notched 15 goals in the Championship last season, and he is on course to reach a similar tally this season, having scored six goals in the second tier, while also grabbing one in the EFL Cup.

Transfer expert Graeme Bailey has suggested the USA international could have what it takes to make the step-up to the top flight too, saying: “Sargent is a tremendous player, some people remember him from his Premier League time with Norwich but he is much improved since then – he is a top centre forward now.”

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The Hammers’ plans for the January transfer window are now starting to take shape.

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However, while the Missouri-born forward may have kicked on since his previous stint in the Premier League, there may be some concerns about his output in the 2021-22 campaign, netting just two goals in 26 appearances for the Canaries.

As such, Sargent, who is represented by the same agent as Max Kilman, would be a risky signing for West Ham, in what will be an important January transfer window, considering they are now three points from safety.